Mental health care : an introduction for health professionals / Catherine Hungerford, [and 6 others].

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Mental health care in Australia -- Assessment in the mental health context -- The legal and ethical context of mental health care -- Culturally appropriate mental health care -- Common reactions to stressful situations -- People displaying challenging behaviours -- Depression, anxiety and perinatal mental health care -- Caring for a person who has self-harmed -- Caring for a person with a serious mental illness -- Substance use disorders -- Caring for an older with mental illness -- Mental health service delivery.

This book, 'Mental Health Care: An Introduction for Health Professionals,' is a comprehensive guide designed for health professionals involved in mental health care. The fifth edition, authored by Catherine Hungerford and colleagues, offers updated insights into mental health care practices in Australia. It covers a wide range of topics including the prevalence of mental illness, assessment frameworks, legal and ethical considerations, culturally appropriate care, and various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. The book also addresses the challenges faced by health professionals, the importance of culturally sensitive care, and strategies for managing stress and challenging behaviors. Aimed at health professionals, this resource seeks to enhance understanding and improve the delivery of mental health services.

"Mental Health Care, 5th Edition helps students learn the subject matter as part of a multi-disciplinary team of care providers. With an emphasis on understanding practical, real-life scenarios, the text helps students develop a sense of empathy and gain confidence in care provision"-- Publisher description.

English.